1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, both 1983 Mazda 323 and 1983 Opel Senator were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 323 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 323 | Senator |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |